A Term That Means the Ventilation of the Lungs Does

question 51

Multiple Choice

A term that means the ventilation of the lungs does not fulfill the body's gas exchange needs is

• A)bronchoconstrictor.
• B)hypoventilation.
• C)patency.
• D)hypocapnia.

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Definitions:

Thoracic Cage

The bony framework of the chest, consisting of the ribs, sternum, and part of the spinal column, protecting vital organs and supporting respiration.

Axial Skeleton

The segment of the skeletal system that is made up of the head and trunk bones, encompassing the skull, spine, ribs, and sternum.

Vertebral Column

A series of connected bones called vertebrae that form the backbone, providing support and protecting the spinal cord.

Cervical Vertebra

One of the seven vertebrae in the human neck, forming the upper part of the spinal column.